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Late2Work is a voice against fuckery and stubbornness, and an open-minded home for the PC and the Problematic alike. We focus on the intersection of Race, Culture, Relationships and occasionally Politics and how we all can do things a little differently to be better.

A native Masshole met a Midwest transplant via Criagslist who invited him to come "just talk" in an old factory in Rhode Island. The rest is history...or at least it's recorded. Take a listen.
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Ep. 35: Politically Correct.

Late2WorkMay 24, 2018

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Ep. 35: Politically Correct.

Ep. 35: Politically Correct.

Episode #35 centers on an ever present debate in our society...what is “political correctness” and is it indicative of progress, or censorship. We tackle this looking at examples from this week in news and culture including a white female Kendrick Lamar fan’s use of the N-word juxtaposed with Stephen A Smith’s similar use of the word, Trump’s comments on ‘subhuman’ members of our society, and an exploration of black culture’s struggle to embrace queer identity. This conversation was then steered toward a recent public Munk Debate on political correctness featuring internet sensation Jordan Peterson, Michelle Goldberg, Michael Eric Dyson and Stephen Fry. Due to us running low on time our final 5 things centered on our content recommendations for the week, which if we’re being honest, were pretty far from PC. As always don’t be afraid to tell what you think and send your comments, questions, feedback & requests to us via email, social media, or right here in the podcast feed (if you’re on SoundCloud or some other comment-enabled feed!). Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: http://bit.ly/L2Wep35s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
May 24, 201801:21:07
Ep. 33: What is America?

Ep. 33: What is America?

We're back! After a 2 week hiatus, your favorite colored culture commentators return to break down Childish Gambino's new music video and his place among the culture, What the fuck is going on with Kanye, and why we ALL should be cheering on Michelle Wolff instead of criticizing her. We Debate whether or not KOD is actually a good album, or just leftover Cole, and lastly touch on why former ESPN talking head Britt McHenry is a giant waste of air and space. Our Final 5 Things wraps up with a list of things that'll make or break this upcoming summer's content schedule with Rhianna's Reggae debut & lingerie line dropping, New Drake and Nicki projects and Childish continuing his take over. As Always give us your feedback, comments, ideas and input on any medium we share the pod! Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: bit.ly/L2Wep33s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com
May 10, 201801:15:33
Ep. 34: To Ghost or Not to Ghost?

Ep. 34: To Ghost or Not to Ghost?

Ep. 34: Mitch and Chris debate the merits of Ghosting vs. face to face breakups from a listener email, discuss whether or not fame can drive you crazy, and how much we can take, and where the bro-code lines get drawn. Oh and there's like 7 minutes about the Iran-Contra Scandal and the NRA/CIA so like, that's fun too. As Always, Like/Share/Follow/Subscribe whereever you get your podcasts! Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: http://bit.ly/L2Wep34s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
May 03, 201801:32:51
Ep 32: Beer Gut Bae

Ep 32: Beer Gut Bae

Our apologies for missing y'all last week! A couple scheduling issues wound up pushing episode 32 (misnamed episode 33 when we recorded) back a week! We're here discussing relationship quandaries like how to tell ya girl she's got a beer gut, and when and how it is appropriate to ask for your money back for a first date. We also dive into Cardi B's new album that exceeded expectations, the absurdity of a 65 year sentence for Lakeith Smith, the teenager charged with murder when his friend was shot by cops, and the recent Brew-Ha-Ha taking place at Starbucks. Enjoy! Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: bit.ly/L2Wep32s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
Apr 19, 201801:13:04
Ep. 31: Unfabolous

Ep. 31: Unfabolous

Chris and Mitch revisit SESTA-FOSTA and when/when not to pay for sexual acts. We also touch on the Fabolous video everyone's talking about and the newly released Alton Sterling video that apparently no one is. Other topics include Stephon Clark & right wingers finding ways to justify EVERY cop-involved shooting, an update on the Adam22 case, Cardi B using a ghostwriter and the week upcoming in Sports. #Last5Things: Athletes you love to root against. Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find Episode 31 On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: bit.ly/L2Wep31s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
Apr 05, 201801:23:54
Ep. 29: All Black Everything

Ep. 29: All Black Everything

After a week off we're back with a condensed episode focusing on topics impacting today's black community - From domestic terrorism to Beige Rage (and colorism) we're late on most of it, but here for all of it - Enjoy Episode 29, All Black Everything! Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/late2work/ep-28-outside-the-oscars iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
Mar 22, 201844:10
Ep. 28: Outside the Oscars

Ep. 28: Outside the Oscars

Chris and Mitch take an outsiders look at the Oscars and why no one seems to care about them anymore. Spoiler alert, it's got something to do with a touch of elitism becoming an avalanche. We get into freedom of speech, censorism, the good ol' fire in a theater debate and more, as we decide whether or not we're smart enough as a society to take a step down a slippery slope without sliding down the mountain. With our #Last5Things we revisit the oscars and how to fix them come up with some historically bad ideas and maybe one good one, and Mitch gives Get Out the Audio-fellatio. PS. Do people still think Kobe's a Rapist v. Do people still think Kobe's innocent? Black men who are also Kobe fans and misogynists discuss. Get @ Us! On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris’ Stand-up Dates & Booking: OnlyChrisAllen.com Find The Show On Your Favorite Podcast Platform: SoundCloud: http://bit.ly/L2Wep28s iTunes: http://bit.ly/L2WiTunes Stitcher:http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=163731 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV9W30iqQWT8FbLQ_BTGBxA
Mar 08, 201801:25:35
Ep. 27: Presidential Posturing

Ep. 27: Presidential Posturing

The world settled back into place this week, and it's still awful but after last week it feels a little less bad? We talk about the good the bad and the ugly: Nipsey Hustle's dope new album, Trump's response to parkland, and hypocritical liberals who rather jerk each other off then get things accomplished...a sentence I never thought I'D be typing. Submit us questions/comments/feedback/music @ any of the below! On Twitter: @_Late2Work @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com
Mar 01, 201801:19:26
Ep. 26: The Black Market

Ep. 26: The Black Market

We're late to alot from the past two weeks, but we get you all caught up! This week we discuss the newly released Black Panther (it's at the end and contains Spoilers, Alert, we warned you), Chris Rock's new special and it's reception by the comedy community, giving up porn, cigarettes and everything else lent-related and of course, give our 20 minutes on what "Common Sense" gun reform might look like...if it ever gets to be the "right" time to talk about gun control.
Feb 22, 201801:23:34
Ep. 23: All The President's (wo)Men

Ep. 23: All The President's (wo)Men

This week we discuss why anyone gives a fuck about President Trump banging porn stars that he hired, whether or not we hold him to the same moral standard as other presidents of the past and if the recent "coincidence" of dead porn actresses is at all related. We also dive into MoNique trying to get the bag and our #Last5Top5 where we spend 5 minutes on conspiracy theories we think are likely true. Oh and James Franco is probably a douche but we can't prove it yet. - On Twitter: @_Late2Work @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com
Jan 25, 201801:16:52
Ep. 22: Not a First Date Move

Ep. 22: Not a First Date Move

For the majority of episode 22 we tackle the multi-faceted conversation around Aziz Ansari debating what is or isn't an assault, are we redefining consent, and if so in which ways for the better in which ways for the worse? Are we raising a generation where consent is "cooler" than it used to be? And a whole bunch else. As a disclaimer, a reminder that alot has broken on this story since we recorded on Tuesday 1/16/18 and that these, like most opinions, are opinions we're open to discussing with more people and evolving on. Other topics: Sex Robots, creepy, inevitable, or kinda cool? Should straight partners be accommodated in queer spaces? Workout tracks to help you stay on your resolution shit Chris and Mitch making bad jokes as always. Find Us on the Interwebs: - On Twitter: @_Late2Work @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com - Chris Allen Comedy: www.OnlyChrisAllen.com
Jan 18, 201801:21:06
Ep. 21: Jungle Survival Experts

Ep. 21: Jungle Survival Experts

After a week of rough audio quality we're back on our regular Samson Recording shit with a lot of ground to cover. Eminem and Joe Budden semi beefing via Bizzare, H&M making poor choices and the internet overreacting, and a fun game of is this actually transphobia with new UK reality star Genuwine. Plus a #Last5Top5 with all the best stuff to Netflix when you're snowed in. Get caught up! - On Twitter: @_Late2Work, @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On IG: @MitchGayns & @OnlyChrisAllen - On Facebook: @Late2Work - Listen On iTunes, SoundCloud, Sticher: @Late2Work - Questions or Bookings: Late2Workpodcast@gmail.com
Jan 11, 201801:34:03
Ep. 20: Everyday Shuffle

Ep. 20: Everyday Shuffle

We focus mostly on the dramatic saga that is Joe Budden's departure from Complex and what's up next for him, the Joe Budden Podcast, and his former cohost DJ Akademiks taking shots at Desus and Mero for no goddamn reason.

PS. Our apologies for the audio quality, we had a Mic Malfunction during the recording and weren't aware, we'll be back to that Samson quality next week!
Jan 04, 201801:13:16
Ep.19: 2017 - A Year To Forget

Ep.19: 2017 - A Year To Forget

Chris and Mitch break down some of the stories of the last weeks of the year and also rank the people who had the Best 2017's...spolier alert, #1 is us, tied with someone we all hate. The rest you gotta listen for! and Make sure to check for our 20th Episode coming at the top of the year!
Dec 28, 201701:16:45
Ep. 16: Cookout @ Buckingham Palace

Ep. 16: Cookout @ Buckingham Palace

After a week of for Family and Turkey Chris and Mitch are back discussing the resurfaced Cyntoia Brown case, Prince Harry getting his invite to the cookout, the NFL and NBA and their coorelation to the current state of America and the coolest rappers to ever do it.
Nov 30, 201701:26:24
Ep. 15: Celebrity Deathmatch

Ep. 15: Celebrity Deathmatch

We focus on the importance of Celebrity in social change, why that matters and if that's safe. Then we discuss creepy old men who are way too powerful (becoming something of a staple on our program) and some sports, music, culture from the past couple weeks!
Nov 15, 201701:21:47
Ep. 14: Closet of Cards w. Special Guest Betty D!

Ep. 14: Closet of Cards w. Special Guest Betty D!

We tackle the recent outing of the Kevin Spacey rumors, Meek Mill heading to jail, strip club etiquette and a whole bunch of other shit. Special Guest Betty D!
Nov 09, 201701:45:55
Ep. 13 Artistic Integrity ft. Musician & Artist @PascalGaroute

Ep. 13 Artistic Integrity ft. Musician & Artist @PascalGaroute

Chris and Mitch interview mixed-media Artist Pascal Garoute about everything from surviving a pyramid scheme to transitioning from small-town Oklahoma to city life in Boston, and all the race, culture and relationships that went into it.
Oct 29, 201701:31:06
Ep. 12: Creep Culture

Ep. 12: Creep Culture

We Discuss the Turtleboy SPorts drama surround a local coffeeshop, the fall out from internet shame, Eminem's BET cypher & MYsonne's Too, and finish with a brief update on Harvey W in our #Last5Top5!
Oct 19, 201701:15:12
Ep. 11 "What do we have to do here?"

Ep. 11 "What do we have to do here?"

This week we tackle sexual assault and teaching the next generation to be better, focusing on the recent Harvey Weinstein tapes and accusations. Also, an update on Jemele Hill, the National Anthem and President Fuckboi.

#Last5Top5: Hip Hop's Best Feel Good Tracks
Oct 12, 201701:14:24
Ep. 10: When The House Loses

Ep. 10: When The House Loses

In the wake of the Vegas shooting Chris and Mitch examine the epidemic of America gun violence, criminal and legal, where to draw the new lines surrounding gun control and the transition from American manufacturing dominance to a market-oriented global economy.

#Last5Top5: Podcast That Influence Us.
Oct 06, 201701:09:57
Ep. 9: Sit. Stand. Kneel.

Ep. 9: Sit. Stand. Kneel.

After a few weeks off, Chris and Mitch catch up about Kevin Hart riding the struggle bus, why women in England seemingly weak so much make up, and what's got everyone's panties in a bunch, the national anthem protest in the NFL & other major sports leauges.
Sep 29, 201701:11:05
Ep.8: Does Anyone Have an Answer

Ep.8: Does Anyone Have an Answer

Chris and Mitch touch on the events in Charlottesville, the counter protests in Boston, the ideology surrounding free speech and whether or not the Black community, and society at large, is best served by looking at becoming reliant on like-people or pushing toward a more mixed, co-dependant, homogenized world.

Trigger Warnings:
Violence, Race, Feeling like you know everything
Aug 24, 201702:37:16
Ep. 7: Relationship Dogma w. Special Guests @2Palms1Pit & Sarah D

Ep. 7: Relationship Dogma w. Special Guests @2Palms1Pit & Sarah D

2 of Rhode Island's best hairstylists join Chris and Mitch to have an intersectional discussion about whether or not pretty people strive to date 4's to feel more secure, whether or not open relationships are a sign of a truly healthy or hella unhealthy relationship and how to accidentally solicit a sex worker.
Aug 17, 201702:10:56
Ep.6 Vanity is More Than Skin Deep

Ep.6 Vanity is More Than Skin Deep

Two self-conscious but low-key arrogant dudes discuss physical, intellectual, material and emotional vanity, the concept of healthy/productive confidence/vanity and why respect in the workplace isn't a controversial idea. Leave your disagreements in the comments...
Aug 10, 201701:52:27
Ep. 5 We All Come From Atom

Ep. 5 We All Come From Atom

This episode we tackle how your environment impacts your mindset, understanding the energy you're projecting into the world and what books to put in your book phone (Don't know what a book phone is?http://www.vladtv.com/article/231044/lord-jamar-starts-book-phone-challenge-amid-money-phone-drama).

It's all about the Vibez yo.
Aug 03, 201701:28:58
Ep. 4: Facing Death

Ep. 4: Facing Death

Many Successful people discuss the need to face your own mortality as a means to motivate yourself to greatness. We explore the many potential reasons people don't do that, how the process of recognition of one's own mortality can be equally detrimental as it is motivational... and a whole bunch of other useless shit like essential staples of the modern male wardrobe.
Jul 27, 201701:47:54
Ep. 3: Identity Crisis

Ep. 3: Identity Crisis

Chris and Mitch explore the idenity of Late2Work and stumble into conversations about, sex, culture, politics and everything else that calls for a voice against fuckery.
Jul 25, 201701:43:29
Ep. 2: Incremental Conspiracy Theories

Ep. 2: Incremental Conspiracy Theories

Chris & Mitch go deep down the rabbit hole on financial freedom, defining individual success, the potential fall of capitalism, and why no one is willing to talk about any of it.
Jul 19, 201701:49:27
Ep. 1: Who the F**k Are These Guys?

Ep. 1: Who the F**k Are These Guys?

Two Random Dudes from different walks of life, experiences & backgrounds, who met via the internet come together to start a podcast. Listen to them talk Media, Tech, Celebs, Dating, Relationships, social climate & soo much more!
Jul 11, 201702:10:42